If you notice that your aging parents are making some driving errors, it could be time to talk to them about giving up the keys. it can be difficult for elderly drivers to give up driving since they don't want to lose that freedom.
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How Do I Know if My Aging Parent Is Safe to Drive? — National (09/09/2021)
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Older Adults and Perceptions in Self-Driving, Ride-Hailing Services — National (07/26/2021)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationThis research is of interest to older adults, their families, and those who provide health and social services because older adults outlive their decision to stop driving by about 10 years.
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ChORUS Summertime Reading List Blog — National (07/12/2021)
Source: US Department of TransportationSummer 2021 blog of ChORUS resources to help drivers stay safe over the summer.
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What Is Your Role In Talking About Older Road User Safety — National (03/23/2021)
Source: NewsHealth care providers can be vital in helping older road users recognize when it might be time to change their driving habits, seek a driving assessment to identify adaptations to their car and driving, or planning for the future.
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Give The Gift of Safety — National (12/29/2020)
Source: NewsChanging one's driving habits can be difficult, but you as a loved one of an older driver, can have a major impact on their safety on the road.
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AGS NHTSA Safe Driving Summary 2020 — National (12/17/2020)
Source: AssociationUnder an agreement, NHTSA and AGS developed companion professional and public education products to increase the availability of safe driving resources for both clinicians and older drivers and their caregivers.
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Maintaining mobility and preventing disability are key to living independently as we age — National (11/30/2020)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationAs we age, we may experience changes in our mobility. there are many reasons for these changes including changes to gait (how we walk) balance, and physical strength. NIA researchers are testing ways to prevent or reverse loss of mobility.
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ChORUS Older Patient Questionnaire — National (10/23/2020)
Source: US Department of TransportationProvides sample questions that a clinician can ask their patients to determine if they are having difficulties driving.
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Preguntas para pacientes que son conductores mayores — National (10/23/2020)
Source: US Department of TransportationProporciona ejemplos de preguntas que un médico puede hacer a sus pacientes para determinar si tienen dificultades para conducir.
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ChORUS Older Driver Transportation Planning Tool — National (10/09/2020)
Source: US Department of TransportationThe ChORUS Older Driver Transportation Planning Tool guides you through the steps of developing your transportation plan. Starting early allows you to map out your needs, identify and explore your options for alternate transportation modes in your area, and plan for continuing a full and active life whether you are driving or not. Be sure to talk with your doctor to understand how changes in your medical conditions and/or medications might impact driving. Also, family members, friends, and caregivers can help you think about how to best meet all your transportation needs.